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The number of ICE detainees flown out of state has dropped significantly since border czar Tom Homan announced a major drawdown of federal agents from Minnesota last Thursday — an indication that federal enforcement activity could be easing.Nick Benson is an activist with MN50501 who has been tracking flights leaving Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport chartered by the federal government. He said more than 3,600 people have been flown out of the state on these flights since early November when he began documenting.

ICE's surge into Minneapolis-St. Paul continues. After the ICE murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, labor and community groups mobilized against the federal intervention. In our latest, we talk with labor reporter Amie Stager about what's happening on the ground in Minnesapolis-St. Paul. We discuss the labor led general strike on Jan. 23 and the student led strike on Jan. 30. We also discuss community resistance to ICE. Bio//Amie Stager (@amiestager) has worked for the Labor Education Service since 2020. She studied journalism at the University of Minnesota, where she also graduated with a master's degree in public history in 2025. She researches art, media, education, and collective action by and for working people and our movements. Her writing can be found in Workday Magazine, The Real News Network, In These Times, and Minnesota Women's Press. She is currently the Senior Associate editor at Workday Magazine.-------------------------------

DHS is ending its surge of ICE activity in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area on its own terms. Jobob reviews today's headlines, including a union boycotting a wedding, a Chinese abuse of human rights, and a Department of Transportation crackdown on who can get commercial driver licenses. Jobob also introduces a new segment called THURSDAY TRIBUNAL!

Responding To The Minnesota Surge Leads To A Pastor's Arrest!   Curtis Chang sits down with Rev. Mariah Tollgaard for an on-the-ground look at ICE raids and immigration enforcement in Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota. They break down masked agents, rapid detentions, and MSP Airport deportation flights—plus the church-led pushback through mutual aid, constitutional observer trainings, and clergy protests that led to Reverend Tollgaard's arrest. It's a faith-and-civil-rights wake-up call: what neighbor-love demands when ICE shows up in your city, and why accountability matters.   03:11 - Setting the Scene: ICE Occupation in Minnesota 08:19 - How Are Churches and the Community Responding?  00:10:24 - Faith-Based Activism, Public Witness, and Arrests of Faith Leaders  15:46 - Theological Reflection on Resistance 17:55 - Biblical Basis for Protest  24:25 - Minnesota's Unique Response and Context  29:52 - Corporate Complicity and Airport Protests  34:02 - Spiritual Courage Rooted In History 36:36 - A Call to National Solidarity  38:48 - Closing Prayer   Sign up for the Good Faith Newsletter Learn more about George Fox Talks   Mentioned In This Episode: How to Contact Your Elected Officials: Ballotpedia's Who Represents Me tool Matthew 22:34-40 (ESV) - The Second Greatest Commandment Ephesians 6:10–19 (ESV) - The Whole Armour of God Hebrews 12:1-17 (ESV) - The Great Cloud of Witnesses Nearly 30,000 Minnesotans trained as constitutional observers In The Twin Cities, A Massive Strike Against ICE Ernst Frenkel's The Dual State: A Contribution To The Theory Of Dictatorship (pdf) David French: An Old Theory Helps Explain What Happened to Renee Good Good Faith episode 215: David French: Dual State America and Authoritarianism - Renee Good and the Trump Administration   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Good Faith.

The Trump administration's 'Metro Surge' in Minneapolis-St. Paul, where 3,000 or more federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security have been deployed to terrorize residents and arrest thousands of people a day, has been met with fierce resistance both locally and through national and international solidarity. Clearing the FOG speaks with FBI whistleblower Coleen Rowley, who lives close to the cities, about the current situation there, the illegality of the tactics used by federal agents, and the fight back against them. Then, India McKinney of the Electronic Frontier Foundation speaks about the use of facial recognition technology, the need to abolish it, and people's rights to record law enforcement. For more information, visit PopularResistance.org.

It's a major story involving the First Amendment and protecting children. The media is getting basic facts about it wrong. Even worse, it's missing the big picture. Today, Josh explains how the media is digging a hole, and dragging America down with it. The story involves arrests of so-called independent journalists who were at a protest inside a Minneapolis-St. Paul church. To help us all see what it's really about, Josh takes us back to a major event 50 years ago. Meanwhile, another story is turning out to be much bigger than it may seem: The guy formerly known as Kanye West is apologizing for his antisemitism and other bigotry, according to the media. But is he? When news giants tell you something happened, what steps do they take to make sure it really did? Unlike the media, Josh seeks proof. These stories have a common thread. In both cases, the media is showing a contempt for a basic principle of democracy and journalism. Links Get the free newsletter: TheyStandCorrected.substack.com. To help make the show possible, get unlimited access, and make requests, become a Founding Member or monthly supporter.  Other ways to support: BuyMeACoffee.com/joshlevs, paypal.me/joshlevs Bookings, feedback: joshlevs.com  Tell news executives to stop the madness: theystandcorrected.substack.com/p/how-to-email-your-complaints-to-big Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen! Thanks.

In this episode of B-Side Breakdown, Brett Johnson sits down with Brad Gunnarson—better known around the Twin Cities as B-Gun—to unpack “Teenager,” a Deftones cover recorded under the project name Killing Stares. Originally appearing on White Pony, the song was reimagined for For the Song You Saved, a community-driven Deftones tribute benefiting Oasis for Youth. Brad talks through the long-held idea behind Killing Stares: assembling one-off lineups of musicians who don't normally play together and letting instinct guide the process. With Zac Boyd (johnnyrook) on acoustic guitar, Nick Larsen (ExactlyNo) on drums, and Callie from Dadbod on vocals, the track came together quickly and intentionally—sparse, emotional, and respectful of the original while still feeling personal. The conversation also traces Brad's decades in the Minneapolis–St. Paul music scene, his philosophy of “put out records with your friends,” and how this project reflects the power of community, timing, and doing things the right way.Follow Killing Stares:https://forthesongyousaved.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/killingstareshttps://www.oasisforyouth.org/https://www.instagram.com/cardinalsunrecordsThanks for supporting B-Side Breakdown — where the song is just the start of the story.Brett JohnsonHost, B-Side Breakdownhttps://www.patreon.com/c/bsidebreakdownhttps://www.instagram.com/bsidebreakdownhttps://linktr.ee/bsidebreakdown#KillingStares #Teenager #BradGunnarson #BGun #Deftones #WhitePony #ForTheSongYouSaved  #OasisForYouth #TwinCitiesMusic #CommunityOverCompetition #BenefitCompilation #BSideBreakdown #BrettJamesJohnson #MusicPodcast

As Donald J. Trump damaged decades-long international relationships in Davos, Switzerland at the World Economic Forum, Fox News lauded him as a champion of American strength on the global stage.Trump managed to insult all the former Allied powers in World War II multiple times then also disgraced the sacrifice of hundreds of fallen non-U.S. NATO soldiers who died in Afghanistan after the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center.Trump and his entourage were cartoonishly stereotypical of boorish Americans. His long rambling speech at the event was full of lies and exaggerations that centered on his accomplishments that were based in delusion more than reality.When Trump wasn't insulting our close long-term allies, he was demanding that Denmark hand over Greenland as if it was part of a real estate deal.The network went all in on Trump's reckless demands to conquer or purchase the Danish territory even though the U.S. has had a broad sweeping treaty with Denmark that allows the U.S. military to build un-limited bases on the mostly ice-covered island.Fox also dedicated much of its airtime to the then escalating anti-ICE protests erupting across the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The network presented the demonstrations as an assault on beleaguered federal law enforcement. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit decodingfoxnews.substack.com/subscribe

This episode of Care More Be Better is intentionally different. Rather than analysis or debate, host Corinna Bellizzi shares the direct audio of comedian and actor Matt Braunger reading a letter written by his cousin — a father, neighbor, and resident of the Twin Cities — who felt compelled to document what daily life has become like amid intensified federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis–St. Paul. The letter is not a political essay. It's a witness account — grounded in everyday details like children's activities, neighborhood text threads, and community members stepping into unexpected roles of care and resistance. Through this deeply human lens, the episode explores how large political forces manifest quietly inside ordinary life. After the audio, Corinna reflects on what it means to bear witness without panic, how media fragmentation and algorithm-driven news shape public understanding, and why democracy depends not only on elections, but on relationships, mutual care, and informed attention. Listeners are invited to reflect on their own communities, examine where they get their information, and consider small but meaningful ways to stay engaged, connected, and informed — before fear becomes routine. In This Episode: A full, uninterrupted reading of a first-person letter from Minneapolis Reflections on ordinary life, community resilience, and civic responsibility A discussion on media literacy, confirmation bias, and staying informed beyond headlines Practical suggestions for thoughtful engagement without overwhelm Resources Mentioned: Letter from Minneapolis - read by Matt Braunger on TikTok High Country News: https://www.hcn.org/ PBS Newshour: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/ PBS Newshour Podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Ground News (eliminate your news bias): https://ground.news/ Content Note: This episode includes descriptions of fear, surveillance, immigration enforcement, and strong Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A nine-year-old Haitian girl just wants to go to school, but her family is too scared to let her outside.They haven't left the house in a while, fearing one of them will be detained by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers currently patrolling the streets of Minneapolis-St.Paul. In fact, the family is so worried they're hiding at a fellow Haitian's home in the Twin Cities.An act of “humanity”, according to their host, in the face of so much fear. People in Minneapolis-St. Paul are gathering food, standing in the streets, patrolling their neighborhoods, to protect their neighbours from the threat of being detained. Julia Pagel and Alison Masemann wondered what this moment feels like for the residents of these cities. These are the stories they found.

Welcome back to the Majority Report On today's program: Border agents have executed another American citizen in Minnesota, Alex Peretti, a 37-year-old VA nurse. Peretti was murdered while helping a woman that had been shoved to the ground by a fed. Wali Khan, a multimedia journalist who covers state violence joins the program to provide updates on his experiences on the ground in Minneapolis-St. Paul. On Friday, thousands of people poured into the streets on the Twin Cities to participate in a historical general strike. In the Fun Half: JB Pritzker sends warning to DHS leadership and line officers that accountability will come when this administration is finished. Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) says he cannot and will not vote for one more cent for ICE / CBP. A Minnesota GOP Gubernatorial candidate drops out of the race after the murder of Peretti. Which is interesting since he was providing legal counsel to Jonathan Ross, the fed that murdered Renee Good. Tom Suozzi posts a mea culpa tweet less than a week after voting to provide more funding for DHS. An immigration attorney has his client visits cancelled as an uprising starts in the Dilley Family Detention Center in Dilley, Texas. When asked by a reporter about the video shows that Alex Peretti did not ever brandish his weapon, Greg Bovino folds and cuts the press conference short. Donald Trump takes to Truth Social to say he had a good talk with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and that he is sending Tom Homan to Minneapolis. The hosts of the Pivot Podcast call for an economic strike, saying that Trump does not respond to outrage, but he does respond to the market. All that and more To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: DELETEME:  Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/MAJORITY and use promo code MAJORITY at checkout. NUTRAFOL: Get $10 off your first month's subscription + free shipping at Nutrafol.com when you use promo code TMR10 SUNSET LAKE: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

In today's Update Journal, we attempt to solve three problems that absolutely did not need to coexist in the same episode—but here we are anyway. First up: Who's Right Here? A completely normal New York City bus ride somehow turns into a symposium on stroller rules, priority seating, and the lost art of how you say something without making it worse. Spoiler: the rules are clear, the tone is not. Then, we head to daytime television school with The Maury Method, where we remind everyone that Maury wasn't just vibes, shock value, and dramatic envelopes—it was a newsroom doing real work, with real research, and results that somehow still managed to traumatize daytime audiences for decades. Journalism… but make it unforgettable. And finally, Brandon's Take: “The Longest Week of the Year.” Regents Week arrives, the kids are gone, the staff is minimal, recess feels suspiciously quiet, and suddenly soda doesn't seem like an overreaction. It's a week that tests patience, staffing models, and the very definition of “we've got this.”In the headlines on #TheUpdate this Wednesday, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders rallied with nurses in Manhattan during the ninth day of the largest strike of its kind that the city has seen in decades.They brrr-aved Arctic conditions to make a buck. Vendors, dog walkers and pedicab drivers battled below-freezing weather Tuesday but said it's all in a day's work in the Big Apple.And in Minnesota, federal prosecutors served grand jury subpoenas to officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded law enforcement during a sweeping immigration operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, a person familiar with the matter said.

It's Casual Friday at the Majority Report On today's program: JD Vance holds a news conference in Minneapolis where he is asked about a leaked DHS memo instructing ICE and CBP agents that an "administrative warrant" is sufficient for forcibly entering people's homes. In response, Vance lies and obfuscates the legality of these unconstitutional directives outlined in the leaked memo. Co-host of the Un-Diplomatic Pod, Matt Duss joins the program to wrap up the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. In the Fun Half: Elon Musk fails miserably in an attempt to steal an old Mel Brooks joke, but that doesn't stop him from laughing hysterically at his own butchered bit. Harry Enten presents new polling showing Democrats are now expected to gain a House seat, a sharp reversal from last summer when projections had Republicans picking up five. Brian Eno dresses down a painfully British chat show host, Lord Bethel, for referring to CEOs as "wealth creators," reminding him that it's workers who actually generate the wealth. AOC calls out the CVS Health chair over the company's market concentration during a congressional hearing. At least 100 faith leaders are arrested while participating in a General Strike action at the Minneapolis–St. Paul airport. In Maine, the Cumberland County sheriff expresses outrage over ICE's unprofessional conduct in the state. PBS NewsHour reports on horrific conditions in ICE family detention centers, including moldy food infested with worms. All that and more To connect and organize with your local ICE rapid response team visit ICERRT.com The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: ZOCDOC:  Go to Zocdoc.com/MAJORITY and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. BOXIE CAT: Enjoy 30% off with code TMR at boxiecat.com/TMR SUNSET LAKE: Use the code NEWFLOWER—all one word—to get 30% off their new crop of hemp flower and vape carts at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

From the state of Minnesota to Mayor Mamdani of New York City, this edition of Crosstalk takes listeners around the nation and the world to bring you up-to-date on what's happening. Here's a selection of stories from the past week: --America has officially withdrawn itself from the World Health Organization. --The Department of Homeland Security joined the Department of Justice in arresting 3 individuals in connection with the planned riot at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Sunday. --A Minnesota federal magistrate judge has refused to sign a criminal complaint connected to former CNN host Don Lemon for his role in the church riot incident in St. Paul. --There's a disturbing report coming out of Minnesota that dogs belonging to an immigration officer are being targeted. --In a chilling series of social media posts on Saturday evening, Minnesota state senator and former Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh pledged to make the Cedar Riverside neighborhood a "no-go zone" for "white supremacists." --A Biden appointed judge issued a whack ruling last week, essentially hamstringing how federal law enforcement deals with peaceful protesters in Minnesota. --Minnesota parents Destiny and Shawn Jackson claimed that their truck was lifted off the ground by a teargas canister as they were peacefully driving home with six kids from a basketball game. The problem? The couple was allegedly filmed participating in the mob that was harassing federal officers. --Federal officials on Monday announced the seizure of more than $14,000 in undeclared cash from a pair of Somali-born American citizens heading out of Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport on Sunday.

Local and state law enforcement officials say there've been arrests this today amid a protest outside the Whipple federal building near the Twin Cities airport.That's in addition to about a hundred clergy members arrested today during a protest at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. A spokesperson for the airport says they worked with protest organizers to accommodate their right to freedom of expression. But he said airport police made arrests when the protest went beyond the agreed-upon terms.

From the state of Minnesota to Mayor Mamdani of New York City, this edition of Crosstalk takes listeners around the nation and the world to bring you up-to-date on what's happening. Here's a selection of stories from the past week: --America has officially withdrawn itself from the World Health Organization. --The Department of Homeland Security joined the Department of Justice in arresting 3 individuals in connection with the planned riot at a church in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Sunday. --A Minnesota federal magistrate judge has refused to sign a criminal complaint connected to former CNN host Don Lemon for his role in the church riot incident in St. Paul. --There's a disturbing report coming out of Minnesota that dogs belonging to an immigration officer are being targeted. --In a chilling series of social media posts on Saturday evening, Minnesota state senator and former Minneapolis mayoral candidate Omar Fateh pledged to make the Cedar Riverside neighborhood a "no-go zone" for "white supremacists." --A Biden appointed judge issued a whack ruling last week, essentially hamstringing how federal law enforcement deals with peaceful protesters in Minnesota. --Minnesota parents Destiny and Shawn Jackson claimed that their truck was lifted off the ground by a teargas canister as they were peacefully driving home with six kids from a basketball game. The problem? The couple was allegedly filmed participating in the mob that was harassing federal officers. --Federal officials on Monday announced the seizure of more than $14,000 in undeclared cash from a pair of Somali-born American citizens heading out of Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport on Sunday.

Brent Erickson, a senior managing director in Newmark's Minneapolis-St. Paul office, talks to F&C reporter Brian Johnson. Erickson talks about wrapping up his long career in commercial real estate, the downtown Minneapolis office market, and his experience with properties such as Butler Square and the TractorWorks building.

Glenn Beck- Trump Must Use the Insurrection Act, $5B Somali Daycare, Drugs and Cartels, Mr. Reagan- Black Fatigue.     Glenn Beck- Insurrection Act? THIS changed Glenn's mind about Trump using it in Minnesota   FBI & ICE STORM Minneapolis — Somali DAYCARE Director & $5B Fraud EXPOSED. FBI and ICE agents stormed a daycare operation in Minneapolis–St. Paul, exposing a massive Minnesota welfare fraud scheme. Federal investigators allege the Somali-run daycare listed hundreds of children who never existed, triggering billions in taxpayer payouts through layered nonprofit networks. This video breaks down how the ghost daycare system worked, how federal agents tracked suspicious enrollment data, and why the case escalated into a full FBI, ICE, and DEA federal operation. Authorities are now expanding investigations into linked financial networks, fentanyl trafficking routes, and broader fraud across Minnesota.   Mr Reagan What is "Black Fatigue"? What does "black fatigue" really mean? Today we analyze the shift from the original 2020 definition to the modern 2025 usage on X. We discuss the impact of fatherlessness on discipline and why some cultural practices persist across the globe despite the Enlightenment. We want to hear from you in the comments. Is this a real cultural phenomenon or something else?   Insurrection Act? THIS changed Glenn's mind about Trump using it in Minnesota Should President Trump use the Insurrection Act in Minnesota amid anti-ICE protests and riots? He wasn't so sure...until he heard this. https://youtu.be/D8jziirXDQU?si=4IPjGYjHVTC3wS9b Glenn Beck 1.65M subscribers 134,147 views Jan 16, 2026 ► Click HERE to subscribe to Glenn Beck on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2UVLqhL ► Click HERE to subscribe to BlazeTV: get.blazetv.com/glenn ► Click HERE to subscribe to BlazeTV YouTube:    / @blazetv   ► Click HERE to sign up to Glenn's newsletter: https://www.glennbeck.com/st/Morning_... Connect with Glenn on Social Media:   / glennbeck     / glennbeck     / glennbeck           FBI & ICE STORM Minneapolis — Somali DAYCARE Director & $5B Fraud EXPOSED FBI & ICE STORM Minneapolis — Somali DAYCARE Director & $5B Fraud EXPOSED FBI and ICE agents stormed a daycare operation in Minneapolis–St. Paul, exposing a massive Minnesota welfare fraud scheme. Federal investigators allege the Somali-run daycare listed hundreds of children who never existed, triggering billions in taxpayer payouts through layered nonprofit networks. This video breaks down how the ghost daycare system worked, how federal agents tracked suspicious enrollment data, and why the case escalated into a full FBI, ICE, and DEA federal operation. Authorities are now expanding investigations into linked financial networks, fentanyl trafficking routes, and broader fraud across Minnesota. Watch this video at-  https://youtu.be/SoSiO2P_PR8?si=s5rd5nCx9TOXmQgt Military Outpost 37.2K subscribers 1,059,974 views Jan 16, 2026 UNITED STATES 0:00 The 6:42 AM Daycare Raid 02:15 The "Synthetic Identity" & Fake Audio Scheme 04:50 The $4.3 Billion Money Trail 07:15 The Secret Factory & Acid Burns 09:35 The Human Cost

Federal immigration enforcement activity has increased in Minnesota in recent weeks, prompting questions, concern and uncertainty in many communities.MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Minnesotans who have had recent interactions with federal immigration officers. They talk about how enforcement is affecting daily life, public spaces and community trust.Guests:Ahmed Bin Hassan is a rideshare driver who was questioned by U.S. Border Patrol agents outside the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in a now-viral video. State Rep. Peter Fischer, DFL-Little Canada, has represented Little Canada and most of Maplewood since 2013. Julie Vossen-Henslin is involved with a group of people trying to document the increased federal immigration enforcement in Willmar. She is also trying to support family members of people who are taken into federal custody.To report incidents related to recent federal actions in Minnesota, the Minnesota Attorney General's Office created this Federal Action Reporting Form.Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.     

On Monday's Drivetime with DeRusha... 3pm Hour: Jason asks listeners how long they think this conflict between MN and the Feds will last. Then State Sen. John Hoffman joins the show to talk about getting shot, recovering and his priorities going forward. 4pm Hour: Protesting at church is a new low. Dan Cook connects MLK, justice and Minnesota on the Monday Message. And Steph March from Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine talks about restaurants that are suffering. 5pm Hour: On the DeRush-Hour, Jason updates on the latest ICE-related news and replays a portion of his interview with Sen. Hoffman. Then Dave Schwartz joins the the show to talk Vikings depression, NFL coaches, the Natty, and much more!

Monday 4pm Hour: Jason shares his disgust at the thought of people interrupting a church service to protest ICE. Then producer Dan Cook talks about MLK, justice and Minnesota on the Monday Message. And finally Jason talks with Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine Editor-at-Large Stephanie March about the impact of ICE on restaurants and how people can help. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

Jason talks to Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine Editor-at-Large who posted over the weekend about why ICE operations are impacting restaurants to a severe degree, and what people can do to help. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

What a weekend!!! Had a very successful 9-Pin Tap Tourney on Saturday to raise money for the Rock Foundation, and then I sat around and did absolutely nothing yesterday, with the exception of watching football. In the news this morning, the latest on what's happening in Minneapolis/St. Paul, a deadly train derailment in Spain, an update on Kiefer Sutherland's arrest from last week, the Poison 40th Anniversary tour gets nixed, and a recall on chocolate gets expanded. Speaking of football, we recapped all this weekend's NFL Divisional round games and looked ahead to next Sunday's AFC & NFC Championship games. The Bucks play at noon today as part of the NBA's MLK Day schedule, the Badgers got a nice win against Rutgers over the weekend, and the college football National Championship is tonight. We talked about what's on TV today/tonight and discussed the unusual injury Emilia Clarke suffered while filming her new show. Great story about a kid in the UK who helped save his mother's life after she passed out while driving. A man is going viral for listing all the chores he had to do when he was a kid, so we tried to think back to our childhoods and remember all the stuff we were responsible for. Elsewhere in sports, John Harbaugh officially gets hired by the NY Giants, Matt LaFleur & the Packers have reached an agreement to extend his contract, Kevin Durant passes Dirk Nowitski on the NBA's all-time scoring list, and Air Force suspended their basketball coach. Did you know………the zoo animal responsible for the most injuries to zookeepers? Did you know……..how many jobs were created by a specific taco? Did you know……….how many Americans are using A.I.? And in today's edition of "Bad News with Happy Music", we had stories about a car thief who found something criminal in a vehicle he stole, a #FloridaMan who got busted for repeatedly throwing roofing nails on the road, a company is in hot water for basically selling cake batter disguised as protein powder, a delivery robot that got destroyed when it got stuck on some train tracks, a kid who got arrested for trying to stay in a Walmart for 24 hours, and a dude who got busted for doing donuts in a church parking lot on a first date.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zak Paine, Adel Nero, and Frankie Val open Episode 116 with casual banter before turning to a wide-ranging and intense discussion on accountability, power, and corruption, beginning with the Clintons' refusal to comply with congressional subpoenas and what that means for the legitimacy of oversight itself. The conversation expands into the massive fraud unfolding in Minnesota, including Somali-linked schemes, misuse of public funds, civil asset forfeiture, and ICE activity at the Minneapolis–St. Paul airport, tying local corruption to national consequences. From there, the hosts examine systemic rot within government institutions, questioning two-tier justice, political protection, and the failure to prosecute obvious criminal behavior. The episode also dives into the Federal Reserve, fiat currency, debt, silver market manipulation, and the broader implications of financial systems built on fraud, arguing that exposure without enforcement risks total public disillusionment. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize that real reform requires consequences, not rhetoric, and warn that without decisive action, trust in institutions will continue to collapse.

The party of peace and kindness and morality is now calling for more protests against ICE, as Tim Walz drops a video encouraging Minnesotans to help shoot video of their encounters with law enforcement. (They're gathering videos for the midterms and to create a J6-style narrative.) Nick Shirley speaks with a former airport narcotics officer who personally witnessed tens - if not hundreds - of millions of dollars in cash go through Minneapolis St. Paul International. Where was it going? 

In this episode, we sit down with House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, who sheds light on the alarming federal fraud case unfolding in Minnesota, which may be one of the largest in U.S. history. Emmer discusses the implications of systemic fraud and the alleged inaction of Democratic leaders, including Governor Tim Walz, who he claims ignored whistleblower reports and retaliated against those who spoke out.We delve into the staggering estimates of fraud, with figures reaching as high as $9 billion, and the troubling connections to the Somali community. Emmer emphasizes that calling out crime is not racist, as he addresses the significant number of convictions related to fraud cases within this community. He also highlights the ongoing issues with Medicaid and housing fraud perpetrated under the current administration.The conversation takes a serious turn as we explore the implications of cash couriers operating out of Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, moving large sums of money overseas, potentially linked to Al Shabaab. Emmer calls for accountability and thorough investigations into these financial transactions, urging that those who exploit the system should face severe consequences, including deportation.Finally, we touch on the recent decision to end temporary protected status for Somali immigrants, with Emmer advocating for stricter immigration policies to deter fraud and protect American citizens. This episode is a powerful reminder of the challenges facing Minnesota and the urgent need for reform.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A scandal so massive it could shatter the political status quo is finally coming into focus—and the numbers are staggering. Federal investigators are uncovering hundreds of millions of dollars in cash funneled out of the U.S. through Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport alone, with tens of billions more nationwide potentially tied to fraud, remittances, and illegal networks. Why did it stop under one administration—and restart under another? Who knew? Who looked the other way? And why are arrests suddenly happening now? This episode connects the dots between cash couriers, welfare fraud, illegal immigration, and political protection. ⚠️

Hyedi Nelson, the Director of Health Strategy at Bellmont Partners and an award-winning strategic health communications leader, shares her journey from studying mass communication to becoming an expert in medtech communications. She discusses the importance of storytelling, building trust, and collaborating with various stakeholders, including engineers and regulatory bodies. Hyedi also touches on the evolution of social media in the medtech space and offers insights on fostering creativity while staying compliant.    Guest links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hyedinelson/ | https://bellmontpartners.com/health-and-medical-public-relations/  Charity supported: Equal Justice Initiative  Interested in being a guest on the show or have feedback to share? Email us at theleadingdifference@velentium.com.  PRODUCTION CREDITS Host & Editor: Lindsey Dinneen Producer: Velentium Medical   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT Episode 071 - Hyedi Nelson Lindsey Dinneen: [00:00:00] Hi, I'm Lindsey, and I'm talking with medtech industry leaders on how they change lives for a better world. Diane Bouis: The inventions and technologies are fascinating, and so are the people who work with them. Frank Jaskulke: There was a period of time where I realized, fundamentally, my job was to go hang out with really smart people that are saving lives and then do work that would help them save more lives. Diane Bouis: I got into the business to save lives, and it is incredibly motivating to work with people who are in that same business, saving or improving lives, Duane Mancini: What better industry than where I get to wake up every day and just save people's lives. Lindsey Dinneen: These are extraordinary people doing extraordinary work, and this is the Leading Difference. Hello, and welcome back to another episode of The Leading Difference podcast. I'm your host, Lindsey, and today I'm delighted to introduce you to my guest, Hyedi Nelson. Hyedi is an [00:01:00] award-winning strategic health communications leader with deep experience partnering with MedTech companies of all sizes and stages, with a special affinity for working with entrepreneurial startup companies. She has dedicated her career to leveraging her strategic communication skills and expertise to help improve health outcomes. Hyedi is the Director of Health Strategy at Bellmont Partners, a full service PR and communications agency where she helps medtech organizations navigate and communicate around complex crisis situations and mergers and acquisitions, launch breakthrough technologies, raise capital, drive clinical study patient enrollment, and ultimately position themselves effectively with key partners and interested parties, including investors, healthcare providers, current and prospective employees, media, and patients and caregivers. All right, Hyedi, welcome to the show. Thank you so much for being here today. Hyedi Nelson: Thank you for having me. Lindsey Dinneen: Of course. I would love, if you wouldn't mind starting off by sharing just a little bit about yourself, your background, and what led you to medtech.[00:02:00] Hyedi Nelson: Sure. Absolutely. So my name is Hyedi Nelson. I'm currently the Director of Health Strategy at Bellmont Partners. We're a full service communications and PR agency located in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, which I'm sure you're well aware, that's considered Medical Alley. My whole background, my whole career has been spent in health and medtech communications. So, I kind of gotten to that area and just really fell in love with it. I guess the backstory on that, I was graduating undergrad from the University of Minnesota in mass communication and still kind of didn't really know what I wanted to do and timing-- I'll date myself here-- but that was around 2008 and so if you recall, it's kind of a tough time, you know, in the economy and a lot of my friends who were graduating were having a hard time finding a job. And around the same time I ended up just kind of looking for a class to take to fill some re remaining requirements for graduation. And I took a health [00:03:00] theory class and I just like became obsessed with health and I started to think, well, maybe there's something there. And the professor of that class actually shared with me that they had a two year master's MA program that was like a joint program between the School of Journalism and the School of Public Health. And so you've got this really nice combination of you know, communication theory and how to create, you know, more communication strategies and influence public health, but you also got a really good overview of the healthcare field as well as some basic knowledge in like epidemiology and biostats to like really give you the tools you need to do a good job as a healthcare communicator. So I ended up applying for that and finishing out that program and kind of positioning myself in a better place a couple years later to graduate and look for employment. So during that time, I was asked to participate on a Social Media for Healthcare panel. [00:04:00] So at the time it was like social media was super new to healthcare. They were really far behind, you know exactly what I'm talking about. And I met someone who was PR professional and I was not super familiar with the world of prPR but we started talking and she shared that they were really looking to expand their health and MedTech practice within the, within their agency. And kind of one thing led to another and I applied and started working there, and the rest is history there. That's kind of what I've been doing ever since. Lindsey Dinneen: Wow. That's amazing. Yeah. So first of all, thank you for sharing a little bit about that. There's so much I kind of wanna dive into. But I'm curious, was journalism and marketing and those kinds of interests were, did you have those, you know, growing up? Or was this something that developed in college, or how did that all come about? Hyedi Nelson: I think for me, just the love of writing, first and foremost, was what really did it for me. I read a lot, so I was always just [00:05:00] like really amazed that people could, like, use words to, you know, make you transport yourself into this other place, or get you to take some sort of action. It seemed like kind of a magical thing. And then you know, just going through school and everything, I realized that like my skillset definitely wasn't like math or that side of things and was really drawn more to the the writing piece of it all. So, I thought about, "Do I wanna be an English major?" Do I, I actually went into college wanting to go into the music industry and did an internship for a record label-- I suppose that's another story for another day-- but ended up deciding an English major, wasn't sure I what I wanted to do with that. And so, trial and error kind of decided that communications more broadly, you know, whether it's journalism or strategic communications felt like it would be a really good fit for kind of where my interests lied. Lindsey Dinneen: Nice. Yeah. And so-- okay, well what's funny is I actually did wanna dive a little bit. So we're gonna, if we can take a [00:06:00] very quick detour into the music aspect, because I did notice on your LinkedIn that's something you still do, is you actually help musicians-- is that correct-- with some of their PR and marketing? Hyedi Nelson: Yeah. I, a couple years ago started my own consulting side hustle thing where I really use, you know, my skills that I do like in my full-time job and a communication strategy and promotion and publicity and project management to help independent artists, just because I have a lot of friends and my partners a musician. And I see kind of the struggles that they go through with how the industry is, is really like how it exists and how the payment structures aren't there and it's really hard for them to make a living as well as the fact that they're expected to like not only be a super creative person who's putting like this music out into the world, but also like a business person and a marketer and, you know, all those things. [00:07:00] So, kind of doing that to like merge all of my passions together and do something kind of fun and different than what I do, you know, during the day. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. No, I love that. I love that. Especially because I don't know if we've talked about this before-- it's, I know we've had a few different conversations before this-- but yeah, i'm also a professional ballerina and so I understand. Stand having the two sides of, you know, the art, the artist and the medtech enthusiast and sort of the both worlds. So I just I love that you do both too. Hyedi Nelson: There's gotta be some sort of like where that helps us in our job somehow, like having that too. I don't know, but I think so, yeah. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. I think part of it is, you know, creative problem solving and, you know, sort of the skill sets that are learned. Are you a music musician yourself? Hyedi Nelson: I mean, I am not very good at it, Okay. I do play, yes. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. And so I think a lot of the, of it comes from the [00:08:00] discipline of having, you know, grown up learning some kind of an artistic endeavor because it's, there's so much discipline that goes into it. There's so much you have all of these skill sets that you're learning. And anyway, I don't wanna get too far off on the tangent, but that is one thing that I do think it helps honestly. But yeah. So, okay. So back to your career. So now you are working with Bellmont Partners, and can you just share a little bit about what your day-to-day kind of looks like helping these medtech, health, tech life science companies succeed? Hyedi Nelson: Sure. Yeah. I mean, every day can be wildly different than the last. But in my role, I really, I've been with the agency now for about 12 years and we've really grown tremendously our business in this space because I think one, there just continues to be like more of a need for our services in this area, but also I think, we've just uncovered so many more like [00:09:00] areas and places where our team that works on our health and medtech accounts specifically are like super passionate about and we just like wanna do more and more. But I would say day to day I work with a number of companies that are in, you know, early stage or more in the startup phase. So a lot of my work is helping them, you know, develop and execute communication strategies that you know, look really different than companies that are at a later stage. So we're focused more on things that are really educating the market or priming the market for you know, once they have FDA clearance or helping with patient enrollment and clinical studies sharing their story in a way that will resonate to really position them for the next step, either raising another round of financing or, you know, maybe positioning themselves for a specific type of exit, or even doing work that helps them start to recruit, you know, potential employees that they're looking to hire. So. That's a lot of [00:10:00] what I do. And that can, the actual tactics that kind of align with that can be, you know, connecting with members of the media and then trying to tell those stories through those outlets and those vehicles, supporting trade show, you know, if some of my clients have a booth at a trade show are gonna be at the podium finding the way to really leverage that big investment of their time and resources. You know, a lot of storytelling, a lot of interviewing, key opinion leaders and experts, which is one of my favorite things to do. And then taking that content and using it, you know, in a lot of different ways to help them reach their goals. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Excellent. And so, you know, medtech and health tech, all of that is just such a heavily regulated industry for very good reason. Now, when you are on the PR side and the marketing side, it's a very different animal, say, then, you know, other types of PR for other industries basically. And so I'm wondering how do you navigate being [00:11:00] cognizant of all of the regulations and being compliant with all of that, with your storytelling and perhaps, you know, wanting to share more, I suppose. Hyedi Nelson: Yeah, I have so many thoughts around this topic. It's actually funny, I'm working on an event that Bellmont Partners is putting on in the spring that's gonna like tackle that exactly. It's about like infusing creativity into medtech marketing while being compliant, basically. So exactly what you're asking about. Part of, I think my answer to this question starts with the fact that I worked for a couple years for an integrated nonprofits' healthcare provider and payer and I worked on their individual Medicare plans. And so everything I was doing needed to be reviewed and approved by CMS. And I think working in that space and within those types of constraints really [00:12:00] primed me for being able to like be as creative as possible without like sacrificing anything that would make them fall out of regulation or compliance. I will say that a lot of it has come from experience seeing different things and just learning what the guidelines are and what's okay and what's not. I love to get really close and have a great working relationship with my clients' regulatory folks. And I think sometimes there's a little bit of like tension between marketing and those folks. And I've seen that. But you know, if you really keep in mind like that, what they're trying to do and they're doing their jobs and and knowing when it, you know, it might be appropriate to push back or trying to work together collaboratively, you can still come out with a really great product. And then I think we as an agency, just at the end of the day, like, we don't wanna get a warning letter. We don't want our clients to get a warning letter. And so, we just always have that in mind and [00:13:00] and know that like at different stages that the company is in, we're able to say different things. So early on, we might need to be a little bit softer in our language and only talk about certain things, but knowing that down the road we'll be able to say more, is also helpful. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah, I think that's great advice, and I think it's, it's helpful to know that there are ways to do that. I love the fact that you collaborate so well with the regulatory people. I think that makes so much sense. I, and actually that brings up a really good point I wanted to ask you about too, is just in general with-- especially with this industry-- I feel like when you're doing marketing and PR, that collaboration within the company itself is so critical. So you're not just necessarily speaking-- and please correct me if you have a different experience-- but you're not just necessarily speaking to the marketing people, but hopefully if you have the opportunity, you're also speaking to the engineers and many different facets of the company. [00:14:00] And one thing that I've always really enjoyed the challenge of, and I'm curious about your take on it, is how do you translate sort of that engineering speak, the scientific speak-- which is really important to include as well-- but how do you translate that into, again, storytelling and messaging that might resonate with a broader audience than a highly, you know, technical background might have? Hyedi Nelson: That's a really great question, and what I spent a ton of my time doing is figuring out just that. We love and I love-- especially when we're first starting out with a new client, but we do this kind of on an ongoing basis-- is getting a bunch of people around a table that might not necessarily sit around a table. And that can either be an actual table or like, you know, how we're talking right now. And, we try and have a good representation of all of those different voices, like you're talking about. Members, you know, they're out in the field and they're, you know, more of like on the sales side of things as well as those engineers, as well [00:15:00] as, you know, maybe that, you know, an end user, maybe a patient, if that's possible, in addition to leadership, marketing and the other folks that you'd expect us to be talking to. And we play that third party role of asking questions, hearing the different ways that people that all work for the same company answer the questions differently because, you know, they have different perspectives and you know, different priorities. And I think one thing that I feel like I've developed a skill around is being able to like hear all of that and take all of that into consideration 'cause it's all very valid, but then pull out the pieces that ultimately you know, get at what we've heard or the company's objectives. And so I think then taking that and then applying it, whether it's distilling down technical information into digestible language, or if it's just, even just tweaking it to pull out like things and prioritize [00:16:00] it differently because certain audiences obviously care about certain things more than others. I think part of it is just putting yourself in those audience's shoes and thinking about what they care about. And it seems like kind of obvious, but it's not like everyone is working on so many different things and there's so many different competing priorities that feel like that's kind of where myself and my team, like we really provide value because we're able to like come in and take that perspective and do that. And then of course, you know, making that a collaborative process as well. So making sure I didn't dilute the messaging too much and really working with those subject matter experts to make sure, like explaining, "Yeah, we can't say it that way because they won't understand it, but does this, is this what I'm saying, still accurate?" And having those kinds of conversations, and sometimes it takes a little while. You know, I found out that engineers, scientists, you know, these really brilliant, you know, medical professionals, like, they're so smart and they've gone [00:17:00] to a ton of school and they do this every day, like they are the experts. And so when I'm coming here being like, "No, we don't wanna say it that way," like, I think, like, I understand why there's like a little bit of hesitation on their part to just be like, "Okay." So really trying to like communicate why, you know, the why behind things. And make sure that they know that, you know, we're all working towards the same goal and just trying to figure out the best way to get there. Lindsey Dinneen: Oh, I love that. Yeah, I think building that trust that, you know, also on some level, their baby, so to speak, is in good hands. You know, you care just as much-- maybe not just as much, but you do, you, I'm sure that you take on a kind of ownership in, you know, with your clients and their success, and you want them to be able to talk about these amazing innovations they're producing. So being able to build that trust in that room with all those people is such a critical part, but I think it makes a [00:18:00] profound difference. Hyedi Nelson: Absolutely. Yeah, totally agree. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. So, you know, you mentioned kind of at the beginning a little bit about social media, and I'm curious how you've seen the evolution of it in terms of specifically for your clients and for, you know, the health tech, biotech, medtech industries in general. How have you found that companies can actually leverage it in a way that makes sense since it's so niche and they're not necessarily going to need to be on every platform? Hyedi Nelson: Yes, and it changes like every day, I feel like, the rules and the best practices and how you measure things. I think that what we've found for our clients and for this space that works the best is starting off by using social media as a listening tool. And trying to, we call it an audit, but like really just trying to get a, like a lay of the land before [00:19:00] diving into anything or adjusting anything. So oftentimes, what I think is the most helpful to inform a good social media strategy for a specific company is by taking a look at, you know, what others in their space are doing, what maybe their competitors are doing, where their key audiences are spending their time. And being able to pull some insights from that kind of research can be really valuable in deciding what platforms they actually need to be on, what type of content is gonna resonate, how much they actually do need to post. And those kinds of things because it's so different from company to company. You know, for example, our clients that are in the urology space, like there's a ton of urologists on, you know, formally Twitter now X, it's just remarkable. But a lot of, you know, when we work maybe in more in the neurology space, it's not so much so, you know, so [00:20:00] it's you can't just go in assuming anything basically. And then I think the other thing is like not taking a set and forget it approach. So like once you start, you say, "Okay. This company, we think LinkedIn makes the most sense for you because you're really focusing on you know, speaking with investors or potential employees. And here are the things that you should be talking about right now." But then knowing that like that's not always gonna be the goals and that's not always gonna be the things that are resonating. And you might start looking at metrics and realize that like maybe what you thought wasn't quite right. So having some humility and being able to like, keep an eye on that and make informed, you know, recommendations to change course if you need to, I think is really important. And that's kind of the approach that we take for, you know, most of our clients when we're talking about social media. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yeah, I love that. And what an interesting example about urologists and X, like I, I didn't know that either. So that's such a cool example that, you know, like you [00:21:00] said, research is so critical and trying things and being willing to, to change if it doesn't work. You know, being willing to take those risks, so to speak, although that's kind of a over little bit too strong of a word. But to take those opportunities and see what resonates and what doesn't. Yeah, so, I'm curious, so when you are engaging with a potential client, what are some things that you want to make sure is a good fit for both parties? And then I guess alongside that, when should a startup company or a medtech company engage with you? Hyedi Nelson: That's a really fantastic question. A few thoughts come to mind. I think in terms of fit, this would probably be different if you were talking to, you know, other consultants or agencies. But for us specifically, we really like to be very [00:22:00] collaborative and be seen as a partner to our clients. And I think both parties get the most value out of it when that approach is taken. So, we always say it's kind of cheesy, but like Bellmont Partners, like "partners is more than just a part of our name," but it's true. And I think that actually works really well in most cases because a lot of our clients, especially the startups, are very lean teams and maybe we are their marketing team or maybe they have one person and they aren't able to hire anyone else yet. And so, you know, by default we really do become that extension of the team. But it's, you know, of course always great when they invite us to be at the table for certain conversations or you know, kind of understand the bigger picture, strategy and business objectives, because it really does help us do our jobs better and be able to connect more dots and bring up things and ask questions that maybe others, just because they're so in it from day to day, might not see. You know, and for them, I think, you [00:23:00] know, obviously they need to be okay with that and comfortable with that. And I think that thing you talked about earlier, that really important piece about trust is you know, something that might-- obviously trust needs to be built and it's something that can take some time-- but once we get to that point, it's like that's when everything just works a lot better and fits really well. So, and then, throughout the years, I think we've started working with companies earlier and earlier than we have in the past. And I think that's for a number of reasons. One, I think companies are starting to understand the importance of that. And I think just the way that, you know, the changing in the way investing is being done and other things that need to kind of happen early on or setting that exit strategy and figuring out how communications plays a role in that early on is just becoming more and more important. I think, from the very beginning is great. I mean there, you know, there needs to be some funding [00:24:00] available, but, you know, we've worked with companies with, you know, just some seed funding, and I think because we're so passionate and because we like wanna be able to build that relationship early on, like oftentimes we will like work in maybe a different way than we would work with other clients, where it's just to "call us when you need us" kind of thing. And you know, maybe we just consult with you and answer some questions and then you can execute. We, you know, we just at the end of the day want them to be so successful that like, that's okay. So, really there's not a time that's too early at least even just have a conversation. So that's what I would say about that. Lindsey Dinneen: That's great. Yeah, I mean, I think also starting off on the right foot, to be frank, is a huge thing. So if there's the ability for a company to engage with you as early as possible, it's just gonna set them up for success because there's so much value that you all bring to the table. So I'm [00:25:00] also wondering, are there any moments that stand out to you that, you know, along your career path helping these clients just really reinforce the idea that, "Wow, I am in the right industry at the right time." Hyedi Nelson: Oh, I feel like I'm still like, I have those moments, like every day still, it's, which is why I am still doing this. I guess, I suppose one moment in particular stands out to me. It was like very early on in my career when I was still like even trying to figure out probably honestly like what PR was. But I had the opportunity to sit in on an interview between this amazing entrepreneur, inventor, and a health reporter with a, you know, major daily newspaper. And he was explaining how he came up with the idea for the technology that he created and was in the process of, you know, trying to develop into something that was [00:26:00] gonna go to market. And, you know, he's telling this incredibly personal story about his family and how it affected them directly and how he kind of made it his life's mission to focus on finding a cure and a better solution that was than what was currently available. And it was like this moment where everything clicked, it was like so powerful. I was like, overcome with a million different emotions. And then I was also like, "I am helping tell this story" and that felt really great too. And so I think that was really powerful. And then, yeah, like moments like that happen all the time where, you know, when my clients get FDA approval and you know, something that they've been working on for so long and, you know, I played a very tiny role in that. But like, it's, that is very cool, and that is a very real confirmation that I'm doing what I'm supposed to be. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Yes. I could not agree more. I totally relate to the-- you know, I'm not the engineer [00:27:00] who's creating this incredible product. I'm not the scientist who's vetting it. I'm not, you know-- but I, I do get to, to help tell the story and that feels really cool to get to play a part. So, yeah. Hyedi Nelson: We're so lucky, aren't we? Lindsey Dinneen: I know. I know. Yeah. Okay, so pivoting the conversation a little bit, just for fun. Imagine that you were to be offered a million dollars to teach a masterclass on anything you want. It can be within your industry, but it doesn't have to be. What would you choose to teach? Hyedi Nelson: I feel like there's a couple areas I'd probably focus in on. I think one is more around like more specific to like what I do in my job every day, or even just like how I approach my job and the world, I guess is like-- always looking for connections or dots that can connect. I think even when it does not seem like it is possible, like it probably is. And so [00:28:00] teaching people how you might be able to connect those dots and then, like, why that's important. Whether it's making a connection to someone who, you know, might be looking for something you have to offer or maybe it's oh, there's this weird connection to this investor of this product that like all of a sudden like this new collaboration could be formed that you had never thought of before. It works in so many different ways and I feel like, that is something that like, I feel like I've gotten really good at over the years and would be really like, really fun to share that with other people because it makes me really excited. And then I think the other thing is more about, so I like to really, I like to speak to college students. I will oftentimes like do guest lecturing at some of the local universities and typically what I'm talking about is like my career path or you know, what the field is like in general or what it's like to work at an agency or that kind of [00:29:00] thing. And I think that being able to teach some sort of masterclass on how to develop confidence-- or even if it's not totally real and you're kind of faking until you make it-- but of being comfortable being in a room that you might not feel like you deserve to be. And I think that can be applied in so many different places. So like for me over the years, especially working with startups, I find myself in rooms with, you know, physicians with a bunch of letters after their name and they, you know, like performed all of these major surgeries, or I'm with, you know, CEOs of companies who've also founded, you know, dozens of other companies and sold them. And people that on paper and sometimes in person are very intimidating. But like at the end of the day, I'm being hired to do my job for a certain reason. And it took me a long time to be able to get [00:30:00] there to that point and realize that and be able to be like, "Yes, I should be in this room." And now I can do my job better now that I feel that way. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, I love that so much. And I think, and I very much relate to that. I very much understand where you're coming from. I think a lot of people probably struggle with that at some point during their career. You know, imposter syndrome is super real. And I also think that one of the things that I've found for me is really helpful is to be curious and if you're curious, that makes such a difference 'cause you're asking good questions and "Yeah, I'm not the expert, like you're the expert at X, Y, and Z, but I am the expert in the room with this really niche thing." But still being able to say, "I don't know anything about this, can you please educate me?" is-- it can be really helpful too in, in navigating those otherwise uncomfortable rooms to be in. [00:31:00] Did you find that as well? Hyedi Nelson: Oh, absolutely. But like, you just put it way more eloquently. Yeah, that's really great advice. And I think it just, it sets the tone and like the environment in like a very safe way that I really love. And yeah, like we're all communicators and journalists and, you know, marketing strategists, like most of us come from a place of curiosity anyway, so really leading into that makes a ton of sense. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah. Love it. And how do you wish to be remembered after you leave this world? Hyedi Nelson: I mean, gosh, like hopefully people thought I was nice. I, you know, it would be amazing to have people think about me in that I really cared about others and really cared about making a difference. And whether that's through my profession, but you know, also in how I'm [00:32:00] raising my child or how I'm spending my, you know, free time and volunteer work and that kind of thing. I hope that's what really shines through. And you know, maybe some of the things that, you know, you aren't as proud of people just kind of forget that conveniently. Lindsey Dinneen: Yeah, I, yes, I understand. Yeah. And then final question, what is one thing that makes you smile every time you see or think about it? Hyedi Nelson: I have two answers I think for this. So, professionally, I would say I worked with a hearing aid manufacturer for a while, and part of what we did is tell some of the stories that they would do on the philanthropic side. And I-- there are things that you just don't think about until all of a sudden it's right there in front of you. And one of the things like [00:33:00] I didn't, I guess I just didn't realize, was like how powerful and impactful someone not being able to hear, to being able to hear like what that looks like and how that can be. So, what we would often do is pitch local media in certain areas about someone being gifted hearing aids, and then there would be, like a news story would be the deliverable there, and and it would be like this moment of someone being able to hear again. And there were a couple instances where it was like a child hearing their mom's voice for the first time. And like, obviously like I was also crying, but like smiling and I can, if I need to smile, like I can just like cue that up in my memory and it makes me smile. And then my other answer is like, anytime I see any sort of living creature of any kind, basically like if I'm on a walk and there's like a caterpillar, like I smile and I get very excited. So that's probably the other [00:34:00] one. Lindsey Dinneen: I love both of those answers so much. Yeah, those videos of especially the child hearing their mom for the first time or something like that. Oh my goodness. I'm just like, "Did I need to cry today? I guess I did!" But also it makes me smile and also every little living creature, so yeah. I, I love that so much. Well, this has been an amazing conversation and I really appreciate your time today and I am so excited about, you know, where you are heading professionally. In fact, I feel like I saw on your LinkedIn profile, you just won an award, didn't you? 2025 Women in Business something? Hyedi Nelson: That was, that was a very cool, unexpected thing. Yes, the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal, our local business journal, has a Women in Business list, and one of my colleagues was kind enough to nominate me and I was selected and got to do the whole you know, award ceremony and, you know, remarks and [00:35:00] it's been great. It's been, I've met so many really amazing people through that experience, so. Lindsey Dinneen: Love it. Well, congratulations on that, and I am delighted to continue to stay in touch and, you know, follow everything that you're doing. But thank you so much for your time today, and thank you so much for everything you're doing to just change lives for a better world. Hyedi Nelson: Well, and likewise, thank you for this podcast existing. It's so wonderful and you're such a great host and and keep up your amazing work as well. Lindsey Dinneen: Thank you. All right. Thank you so much and thank you to our listeners, and if you're feeling as inspired as I am right now, please share this episode with a colleague or two and we'll catch you next time. Dan Purvis: The Leading Difference is brought to you by Velentium Medical. Velentium Medical is a full service CDMO, serving MedTech clients worldwide to securely design, manufacture, and test class two and class three medical [00:36:00] devices. 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MnDOT has lifted no-travel advisories across southern Minnesota in the wake of blizzard conditions yesterday and overnight.And air traffic is running more smoothly today out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport as the weather improved. Metropolitan Airports Commission spokesperson Jeff Lea says ground crews have been clearing runways.Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Minnesota state agencies are now required by law to report instances of suspected fraud to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. That's one of the new steps to crack down on schemes targeting human services programs, which are largely federally funded.One of the busiest times for air travel at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is coming up this week. Those stories and more in today's evening update from MPR News. Hosted by Emily Reese. Music by Gary Meister.

Le Championnat mondial junior 2026 se mettra en branle le 26 décembre alors que les meilleurs joueurs de moins de 20 ans de la planète croiseront le fer à Minneapolis-St. Paul, au Minnesota. Dans cet épisode, les journalistes de LNH.com Nicolas Ducharme et Guillaume Lepage vous offrent un aperçu complet du CMJ 2026, dont la question qui est sur toutes les lèvres : est-ce que le Canada pourra éviter de connaître un autre tournoi décevant? Le journaliste de la chaîne MySports Jonathan Filion se joint aussi à l'émission afin de nous parler de la Suisse, qui tentera à nouveau de causer la surprise. Notre équipe vous parle aussi des meilleurs espoirs de la LNH à surveiller lors du tournoi, en plus d'y aller de ses prédictions. Bonne écoute! 2:30 – Est-ce l'année de la rédemption pour le Canada? 11:00 – Quelles sont les attentes envers Gavin McKenna? 27:15 – Quel rôle aura Caleb Desnoyers? 33:00 – Une équipe expérimentée pour la Suisse 47:15 – Peu d'espoir de causer la surprise pour la Suisse 52:15 – Le triplé s'annonce difficile à réaliser pour les États-Unis 1:03:08 – Les joueurs à surveiller lors du tournoi 1:06:00 – Nos prédictions pour le podium

The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from Indiana, Minnesota, and Colorado.WTHR's coverage of the recent plea deal of Ryan Smith, the case of Toni McClure, and the murder of Kinsleigh Welty: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/change-of-plea-hearing-scheduled-indianapolis-man-charged-5-year-olds-death-kinsleigh-welty-ryan-smith-toni-mcclure-tammy-halsey/531-1c9cdb24-9a92-4d7c-848c-794efd6999ceThe Dassel-Cokato Enterprise Dispatch's coverage of the murder of Amber Czech and the case against David Bruce Delong: https://www.dasselcokato.com/articles/featured-stories-enterprisedispatch/amber-czech-20-killed-in-workplace-attack-david-delong-charged-with-second-degree-murder-grand-jury-review-pending/FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul's coverage of the murder of Amber Czech and the case against David Bruce Delong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byHEaV-HsTkKKTV's coverage of the cases of Robert Hunt and Aaron Weston and the murder of Eddie Wilson: https://www.kktv.com/2025/12/10/my-first-memory-him-was-his-funeral-murder-conviction-vacated-15-years-after-death-colorado-springs-father/The Colorado Court of Appeals on the case of Robert Hunt and the murder of Eddie Wilson: https://cases.justia.com/colorado/court-of-appeals/2016-15ca0080.pdf?ts=1466089558WRTV's report on Sarah Jo Pender's conviction and the recent pivot from Marion County Deputy Prosecutor Larry Sells: https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/crime/he-once-called-her-the-female-charles-manson-now-this-prosecutor-believes-sarah-jo-pender-deserves-freedomWRTV's report on Sarah Jo Pender's case and the murders of Andrew Cataldi and Tricia Nordman: https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/convicted-double-murderer-begs-judge-for-mercy-amid-sentence-modification-hearingFind discounts for Murder Sheet listeners here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/discountsCheck out our upcoming book events and get links to buy tickets here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/eventsOrder our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Check out more inclusive sizing and t-shirt and merchandising options here: https://themurdersheet.dashery.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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A new whistleblower has stepped forward in the growing Minnesota fraud scandal—raising serious questions about oversight, accountability, and where the money went. A former TSA agent at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport says she personally witnessed suitcases filled with large amounts of cash being transported out of the airport during the period now linked to one of the largest fraud cases in Minnesota history.▶Sign up to our Free Newsletter, so you never miss out: https://bio.site/professornez▶Original, Made in the USA Neznation Patriot Merch: https://professornez.myspreadshop.com/all

Unleashed! The Political News Hour with Bruce Robertson – How Somalian immigrants are taking over Minnesota, Oklahoma City, and other cities, embezzling tens of millions of dollars from taxpayers. How Somalians are smuggling suitcases filled with millions of dollars in cash and passports through Minneapolis St. Paul Airport, right under the noses of the TSA...

Within a single generation, regions that had been central to early Christian Jerusalem, Syria, Egypt, and the cultural centers of the Byzantine world—were destroyed by a rapidly growing Islamic empire. The scale and speed of this transformation reshaped the landscape of the Middle East and altered the trajectory of Christian history, forever.
The ideology driving early Islamic conquests created long-term patterns that continue to influence global conflict, religious freedom, population pressures, and geopolitical tensions today. The expansion of Islamic political power has repeatedly degraded societies, challenged Christian communities, and produced cultures incompatible with today's world. By connecting the past to the present, this analysis helps illuminate why the events of the 7th century continue to haunt governments, politics, and the spiritual arena defining our time.
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At the end of a cabinet meeting this week, President Trump unleashed controversial comments about Minnesota's Somali community. The president said he “[didn't] want them in our country” and referred to Minnesota's Somali-American congresswoman Ilhan Omar as “garbage”. His diatribe came as reports surfaced of ICE raids in the Minneapolis/St. Paul region targeting Somalis in the area. The Department of Homeland Security said that there would be increased focus on immigrant communities in the wake of the November 26th shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., which had no connection to Somali-Americans. Is the administration clouding legitimate questions about immigrant vetting with its actions?Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth continued to deny reports he ordered an illegal strike on a boat suspected of trafficking drugs in the Caribbean. Congressional Armed Services Committees have opened investigations into the attack. What could accountability look like legally and politically?A new feature on X reveals where accounts on the app originated from . A number of popular accounts posting about American politics were exposed as foreign users. Is there any way to push back on the influence of foreign actors on social media?

Just in time for holiday travel, a snow storm impacting much of Minnesota has left several inches of snow in a swath from southwestern Minnesota to the northeast. Roads were slick and snow covered Wednesday morning. I-94 was closed for a time due to jack-knifed semis. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport says Wednesday is one of the busiest travel days of the year.Federal authorities on Wednesday took at least two people into custody in St. Paul during an operation that drew protesters. St. Paul Police confirmed their officers used chemical irritants. Police chief Axel Henry says his department did not violate the city ordinance that prevents it from assisting with federal enforcement. Police officers used chemical irritants and less lethal projectiles on protesters and the press. MPR News photojournalist Kerem Yucel was hit by the chemical irritants.Best Buy is reporting a strong third quarter in its latest earnings report — and the company also is raising its sales and profit forecasts for the year. The Richfield-based electronics retailer says comparable-store sales rose nearly 3 percent in the last quarter — its biggest gain in three years.As Minnesotans get ready for a holiday that revolves around a large meal, people who work in hunger relief are asking people to remember food shelves and those in need. A family from the Red Lake Nation will represent three generations in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York this year.

We begin where we spend most of the week this week on The Music of America...the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/ St. Paul. Our first guest is the band Elour. Songs include Ha! Break Me, Is It True, The Look In Your Eyes and Sleep

Just in time for holiday travel, a snow storm impacting much of Minnesota has left several inches of snow in a swath from southwestern Minnesota to the northeast. Roads were slick and snow covered Wednesday morning. I-94 was closed for a time due to jack-knifed semis. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport says Wednesday is one of the busiest travel days of the year.Federal authorities on Wednesday took at least two people into custody in St. Paul during an operation that drew protesters. St. Paul Police confirmed their officers used chemical irritants. Police chief Axel Henry says his department did not violate the city ordinance that prevents it from assisting with federal enforcement. Police officers used chemical irritants and less lethal projectiles on protesters and the press. MPR News photojournalist Kerem Yucel was hit by the chemical irritants.Best Buy is reporting a strong third quarter in its latest earnings report — and the company also is raising its sales and profit forecasts for the year. The Richfield-based electronics retailer says comparable-store sales rose nearly 3 percent in the last quarter — its biggest gain in three years.As Minnesotans get ready for a holiday that revolves around a large meal, people who work in hunger relief are asking people to remember food shelves and those in need. A family from the Red Lake Nation will represent three generations in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York this year.

John Casmon interviews James Faillettaz, a Minneapolis-based investor who scaled from five units in a spreadsheet to restructuring an entire real estate company after an ambitious early strategy nearly collapsed. James shares how he over-hired, over-built, and over-extended while trying to operate like a Silicon Valley startup—then completely rebuilt his structure with the help of mentors and mastermind groups. He walks through how he created new momentum by taking over distressed properties through master lease with purchase option agreements, ultimately acquiring 101 units with zero money down. James also breaks down the value he brings to sellers, how he structures creative deals, and the lessons he learned from reinventing his model the hard way. James FaillettazCurrent role: Founder, Verus Praedium Holding / Revolution Renting, Investing, Construction & RealtyBased in: Minneapolis–St. Paul, MinnesotaSay hi to them at: https://veruspraediumholding.com Alternative Fund IV is closing soon and SMK is giving Best Ever listeners exclusive access to their Founders' Shares, typically offered only to early investors. Visit smkcap.com/bec to learn more and download the full fund summary. Join us at Best Ever Conference 2026! Find more info at: https://www.besteverconference.com/  Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It's free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠⁠ Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning, afternoon, and evening, fellow real estate gladiators! Ever wondered if those sweet Airbnb profits are just a myth, or if you can actually turn a rental into a cash-flowing beast? Well, get ready, because Scott is joined by the Twin Cities' own rockstar investor, Mike Swenson! Mike's not just an amazing investor, he's a realtor-broker, a multifamily maven, and he's mastered the art of short-term rental (STR) arbitrage. We're diving deep into his journey from a foreclosed townhouse to building a robust real estate empire, including some juicy stories from the front lines of STR management. If you're looking to boost your cash flow, scale your portfolio, or just avoid cleaning up after a wild party, this episode is your golden ticket!In this episode, you'll learn:Arbitrage & Strategic Market Shift: Discover Mike's strategic pivot from Minneapolis/St. Paul's complex regulations and tenant-friendly policies to the growth potential of Southern Minnesota (hello, Mayo Clinic!). Learn how STR arbitrage became his "air game" – a brilliant way to gain experience and quick cash flow without the huge capital commitment of "slow-flip" apartment buildings.Nailing STR Profitability: The 2X Rule & Smart Due Diligence: Forget the 1% rule for traditional rentals; Mike shares how he aims for 2X the conventional rent for his short-term rentals. Get his insider tips on using tools like AirDNA for market analysis, spotting "notch above" properties (think updated kitchens & baths!), and why consistent year-round demand (near airports, attractions like the Mall of America, and business hubs) trumps seasonal "cabin country" for stable income.Landlord Hacks & Ironclad Insurance: Mike reveals his secret sauce for convincing landlords to embrace STR arbitrage – frame it as a "corporate rental" and highlight the benefits of consistent property oversight, proactive maintenance, and reliable rent. Plus, understand the crucial role of specialized landlord insurance and the necessity of your own STR policy to protect against those inevitable "hiccups" (like, say, a drug lab or a wild party!).The Unfiltered Truth of STR Operations: Cleaners, Guests & The Occasional Chaos: Prepare for the unfiltered truth about STR management! Mike breaks down the biggest operational challenges: finding and managing reliable cleaning crews (a major expense!), handling demanding guests (some expect the Four Seasons, bless their hearts!), and the constant battle against wear and tear (RIP that toilet paper holder!). Learn why banning one-night and same-day local bookings became his hard-earned golden rule to dodge party animals and less-than-desirable tenants.Scaling Smart: From Side Hustle to Empire & Your Next Steps: Mike reflects on his journey, explaining why arbitrage was his training ground and how he eyes future growth by owning STR properties for long-term appreciation or scaling into hospitality ventures. He offers crucial advice: truly understand your numbers (margins can shrink!), don't scale too fast, and always include lease clauses to protect yourself from changing STR regulations. Remember, it's not truly passive until you build the right leverage!So there you have it, folks! Mike Swenson's deep dive into the dynamic world of short-term rentals and multifamily investing proves that with strategy, resilience, and a good sense of humor, you can navigate the ups and downs of real estate. From dodging party planners to mastering landlord relations, his insights are pure gold. Ready to grab some of that cash flow for yourself and maybe even build an apartment empire? Connect with Mike and let his journey inspire your own. Go out, take some action, and let's turn those properties into cash cows (preferably without the weed smokers!). We'll see you at the top!Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Connect with Mike Here!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!

The Minneapolis-St. Paul airport expects to see canceled flights starting Friday after federal officials said they're cutting back air traffic by about 10 percent due to the government shutdown. Patrick Knight, a businessman and former Marine, has joined the race to be the Republican candidate for Minnesota governor.This is an MPR News Evening update, hosted by Emily Reese. Theme music is by Gary Meister.  Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS. 

Starting Friday, airlines will cancel flights at busy airports across the country, including the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cut traffic by 10 percent to keep travelers safe during the government shutdown. Air traffic controllers have been working without pay since October 1 and that has exacerbated staffing problems. The shutdown is now the longest in United States history. Gunnar Olson, a reporter and podcast host with Thrifty Traveler joined MPR News host Nina Moini with advice for passengers.

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is one of many airports nationwide that has been forced to cancel flights starting Friday due to staff shortages amidst the government shutdown. We hear how upcoming travel plans may be impacted. Women go through a big physical and mental change in midlife, but experts think that menopause is not talked about nearly enough. MPR News reporter Dan Gunderson is retiring after nearly 40 years of storytelling out of Moorhead. We look back at his illustrious career.Many Minnesotans are trying to dodge the glum mood that often comes with darker days in the winter. We get some tips.Plus, books published in Hmong are relatively rare. We talk to someone who's changing that.The Minnesota Music Minute was “Push and Pull” by Jaedyn James. The Song of the Day was “Spandrel” by Jacob Pavek.

In this powerful episode of Fund the People's Defend Nonprofits, Defend Democracy series, Rusty sits down with Tonya Allen, President of the McKnight Foundation, to explore how philanthropy can respond to the Trump Administration's War on Charity, and serve as an active force for transformation. Tonya shares her roots in Detroit activism, lessons from community leaders who shaped her understanding of philanthropy as “an active verb,” and her belief that funders must embrace—not shy away from—power to change systems. She urges foundations to reject fear and isolation in the face of political attacks, reminding listeners that “silence isolates, and solidarity shields.”Tonya and Rusty also discuss how McKnight has transformed under her leadership—expanding its grantmaking to historic levels, adopting bold investment and climate commitments, and launching the $5 billion GroundBreak Coalition to build wealth for communities of color in the Twin Cities. She offers candid insights on trust-based philanthropy, supporting nonprofit workers, and how the Unite in Advance initiative is helping the social sector stand strong against coordinated threats. This episode is a master class in courageous, values-driven leadership in philanthropy.Guest Bio:Tonya Allen is a leader and a change agent with a passion for co-creating an equitable, sustainable world. In 2021, she became president of the McKnight Foundation, a Minnesota-based family foundation that advances a more just, creative, and abundant future where people and the planet thrive.In 2024, McKnight granted over $145 million—the highest charitable payout in the Foundation's history at 7 percent of its endowment—in support of equitable communities, a clean energy economy, global food systems, artists and culture bearers, and innovative neuroscience research. Beyond this increase in grantmaking, Tonya has worked to ensure that McKnight uses every tool in its toolbox as a philanthropic organization. In her first year at McKnight, Tonya championed using the Foundation's investments to advance net zero goals, and elevated McKnight's voice and leadership to rebuild Twin Cities neighborhoods and small businesses impacted by Covid-19 and the 2020 civil unrest. In 2022, Tonya helped launch the GroundBreak Coalition, an ambitious, multi-sector effort to close wealth gaps in Minneapolis-St. Paul. In 2023, GroundBreak announced nearly $1 billion in commitments towards its goals.Prior to joining McKnight, Tonya served as president and CEO of The Skillman Foundation, and as a program officer at the Charles Stewart Mott and Thompson McCully foundations. She was a co-founder and architect of Detroit Children's Fund, and the founder and director of Detroit Parent Network.Similar Episodes:MacArthur President Chooses Courage, Not Quiet – with John Palfrey, MacArthur FoundationNonprofits, the U.S. Constitution & the ACLU – with Mike Zamore, ACLUEpisode Links:Tonya Bio and Headshot.McKnight's “All in On Mission” blog postTonya's essay "Why We Increased Our Giving"Unite in Advance Op-Ed in Nonprofit Quarterly Council on Foundations' Sign-On Statement from PhilanthropyInside Philanthropy story on the GroundBreak CoalitionStatement from Tonya following the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis

They call it the Land of 10,000 Lakes, we believe it may also be the Land of 10,000 Great Brands. Welcome to a very extraordinary live roundtable edition of The CMO Podcast. This week Jim is coming to you from the Twin Cities, Minneapolis–St. Paul, to try to answer a big question: what's in the water here that's helped so many companies thrive for decades?He is joined by four powerhouse marketers who are shaping some of the region's most iconic brands: – Jennie Weber, the Chief Marketing Officer of Best Buy. Jennie is leading a customer-obsessed transformation, bringing digital innovation and human connection together across one of America's top retailers. – Martin Nance, the Chief Marketing Officer of the Minnesota Vikings. A former NFL wide receiver turned CMO, Martin is shaping world-class fan experiences on and off the field — from building year-round engagement platforms that connect fans to the team, to elevating U.S. Bank Stadium as one of the premier destinations in sports and entertainment. – Jill Renslow, the Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer at Mall of America, which is the largest retail and entertainment destination in North America, attracting more than 40 million visitors each year. Jill leads the charge for new entertainment concepts, global brand partnerships, and community-driven experiences that is keeping the mall both a cultural icon and a shopping hub. – Heather Malenshek, SVP and Chief Marketing Officer of Land O'Lakes. Heather is reimagining marketing for a century-old cooperative while championing farmers, food, and the future of rural America — from amplifying the “All Together Better” platform to spotlighting sustainability and innovation across the agricultural supply chain.Recorded live at Best Buy's state-of-the-art studios, tune in for a candid, inspiring dialogue about the grit, generosity, and community spirit that make Minnesota business so unique. These leaders open up about career transitions, the shift from product-driven to experiential marketing, and how legacy brands can stay both relevant and timeless.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Air traffic controllers spoke to travelers at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport Tuesday about going unpaid while working during the federal government shutdown. A St. Paul man is charged with threatening to kill U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi. Notices filed with the state show Minneapolis-based Target is laying off at least 815 of its corporate employees in the Twin Cities. That includes more than 500 workers at Target's downtown headquarters and nearly 300 workers at its northern campus in Brooklyn Park. Target says the layoffs are set to take effect Jan. 3.Eden Prairie-based UnitedHealth Group reported better-than-expected earnings in its third quarter as it seeks to regain its footing. Last spring, the company suspended its financial outlook for the year amid higher-than-expected medical costs from its customers. UnitedHealth is dropping some of its Medicare Advantage programs next year resulting in about one million fewer customers.Minnesota members of the Caribbean Disaster Relief Fund say they've been working nonstop since before Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday as a Category 5 storm. The hurricane brought destructive winds and flooding rain. A community altar honoring the Mexican Day of the Dead opens this evening at the Weisman Art Museum in Minneapolis. It's part of a larger project connecting art, ancestry and ancient traditions.

When 20-year-old University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts laced up her running shoes for her nightly jog through the small town of Brooklyn, Iowa, she had no idea she was being watched. When she vanished without a trace, the peaceful community was thrown into chaos. For weeks, search teams scoured cornfields and rivers, her smiling face plastered across every screen in America. What began as a desperate search for a missing college student soon unraveled into a twisted tale that would leave the nation reeling… If you're new here, don't forget to follow the show for weekly deep dives into the darkest true crime cases! To watch the video version of this episode, head over to youtube.com/@annieelise 

On this week's episode, I'm joined by Raoul Peck (I Am Not Your Negro) to discuss his new documentary, Orwell: 2+2=5. We talked about his upbringing in Haiti and having to flee a dictatorial regime there, how social media and AI manipulations help degrade the idea of objective truth, and what can be done to combat this scourge. If you enjoyed the episode, I hope you check out his documentary: it's playing in New York City and Los Angeles now, and you can find showtimes here. It should be expanding across the country here in the coming weeks, including showtimes in Dallas, Atlanta, Minneapolis-St. Paul, and elsewhere.